As a Licensed Massage Therapist for over 12 years, I personalize each session using a variety of modalities like deep tissue, circulatory, sports massage, sensory repatterning, and neuromuscular therapy to create treatments that are both restorative and effective. I truly value the uniqueness of every individual I work with and it is an honor to support you and your nervous system—wherever you are on your journey. My intention is to help you feel free in your body, nurtured and more connected to yourself, so that you can give to yourself and others from a nourished, full heart.

I create a calming, accepting, and comforting space, which allows you to fully let go and relax. Therapeutic circulatory massage is great for stress relief as it calms the nervous system and activates the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest system) to promote healing. Gentle techniques are used to clear stagnation and increase movement of blood, oxygen and nutrients throughout the body. Upon request, I am happy to incorporate hot stones to help the muscles let go and create a deeper state of relaxation for your mind and body.

Deep tissue massage is extremely beneficial in releasing chronic tension, postural imbalances and holding patterns. A slower pace is used to allow the tissue to gradually let go, layer by layer. I use my elbows and forearms to sink deep into the muscles to create a “hurt so good” feeling rather than any pain or resistance. I will encourage you to breath deep to give your muscles permission to let go. For those who are active or recovering from an injury, I incorporate a blend of positional release techniques, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching (PNF), broad cross fiber and deep transverse friction to break up scar tissue and holding patterns. My more focused techniques will increase range of motion, release holding patterns and lengthen specific muscle groups to create balance, pliability and mobility.

NMT is one of my favorite techniques because it is so productive, transformative and long lasting. NMT addresses muscle spasms, chronic tension, nerve compression or entrapment, postural imbalances and past injuries or car accidents. NMT techniques work to break the pain cycles of the nervous system by releasing myofascial trigger points which are hyperirritable points within bands of muscle tissue or fascia. Many trigger points develop in ischemic tissue, where there is a constriction of blood flow. This lack of proper blood flow, oxygen and nutrients to the muscle causes spasm and pain. Referred or radiating pain is a common characteristic of a trigger point. To release these points, I will hold a steady pressure on the point for about 15 seconds until you feel a change. This change signifies a release in the contracted tissue and "deprogramming" of that repetitive pain cycle. Weekly sessions are highly recommended for the first few weeks to “re-train” the nervous system so it does not return to its old painful patterns. Once your pain is relieved, self care or minimum sessions are needed to maintain that “re-educated state” of the muscular and nervous systems.

I learned this unique technique directly from James Stewart, the creator of Sensory Repatterning.

You will remain clothed and can expect a fluid like flow, with rocking and cradling motions which are particularly useful for those who are new to massage or have a harder time letting go.

The technique intends to mirror the feeling of protection in the womb and as an infant, where true relaxation and balance is felt with ease.

As a former spin instructor and athlete myself, I have a personal appreciation for the benefits of bodywork between events and workouts. Although I prefer a more preventative approach to injuries, I feel so much joy when helping my clients overcome injuries to enjoy the activities that make them happy. A blend of positional release techniques, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching (PNF), broad cross fiber and deep transverse friction, are used to break up scar tissue and holding patterns. My more focused techniques will increase range of motion, release holding patterns and lengthen specific muscle groups to create balance and free mobility.

Desk jobs are a leading cause of chronic back, neck and hip tension. Office massage is often set up in 10-15 minute intervals where employees are able to take a break from their desks to stop, relax and rejuvenate. All supplies will be provided and employees usually stay clothed for time efficiency. The result….increased productivity, a more positive work atmosphere and happier employees!